2003 Lancia Zeta vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Zeta (134 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Zeta. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Zeta | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Zeta | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
